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Intern – Construction/Engineering (Garland, TX)

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Granite Construction

Nov 9

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Garland
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a relevant undergraduate program, possess strong communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and be willing to travel. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
  • You will support construction operations by communicating with team members, verifying quantities, assisting with reports, managing timecards, placing orders, and ensuring job progress is tracked.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a Construction, Engineering, or related undergraduate program at an accredited 4-year university.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Availability and willingness to travel frequently
  • Bilingual English/Spanish (Preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

  • Communicate with foremen and superintendent to learn about field construction operations and to provide support.
  • Establish and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, & the local community.
  • Assist the project engineer with approving timecards in Heavy Job, and ensure all equipment and employee time is accounted for accurately.
  • Provide support with verifying quantities in FIS (Field Information Systems) and log quantities for cost and revenue tracking.
  • Assist the project engineer with generating and distributing daily cost reports (trucking, labor, equipment) to the project manager, foreman, and superintendent.
  • Assist with the completion of daily reports documenting both Intermountain Slurry Seal and subcontractor activities.
  • Place necessary material orders, survey requests, locates, etc.
  • Assist with the calculations of yields of materials used such as concrete, aggregate base & asphalt.
  • Supports the jobsite daily with the project manager or engineer to verify quantities claimed are correct and to stay current on overall job progress.
  • Additional responsibilities as needed.

FAQs

What type of internship is this position?

This is a summer internship assignment in the construction and engineering field.

What will my responsibilities be during the internship?

You will assist a project team with management, field construction activities, and documentation of a project, including tasks such as communicating with foremen, verifying quantities, and generating daily cost reports.

Do I need to be enrolled in a specific program to apply?

Yes, candidates must be currently enrolled in a Construction, Engineering, or related undergraduate program at an accredited 4-year university.

Is there an opportunity to earn course credit during this internship?

Many students are able to get course credit while participating in this internship; please check with your faculty advisor.

What skills are required for this internship?

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required, along with the ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is also necessary.

Is bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred?

Yes, being bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Are there physical demands associated with this job?

Yes, some physical demands include the ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

What type of benefits do interns receive?

Interns have access to a broad benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Is there a salary for this internship?

Yes, there is a base hourly wage, but it may vary based on relevant experience, skills, location, and education.

Can I expect to travel during the internship?

Yes, there is an availability and willingness to travel frequently as part of the internship responsibilities.

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Granite Construction

Granite is America's Infrastructure Company ™ #TeamGranite #SafetyByChoice #BuildingBetterTogether

Engineering & Construction
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1922
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

From infrastructure that facilitates the movement of goods and people to projects that improve the way we live, work, and play, high-value partnerships power our projects and fuel our mission to build a better world together. Granite is one of the largest full-service general contractors, construction management firms, and construction materials producers in the U.S. Deeply embedded in our 100-year history is a culture of hard work, honesty, and getting the job done right. Our brands are Garco Testing Laboratories, Granite Construction Supply & Sign Shop, Granite Industrial, Inc., Granite Power, Intermountain Slurry Seal, and Layne, A Granite Company. Disclaimer regarding official "Granite"​ Job Postings: All open positions available with Granite Construction Inc., and its subsidiary companies, are available to apply on www.graniteconstruction.com/careers only. Granite does not ask prospective job applicants for information about their bank accounts, credit history, passport numbers and/or photocopies, passwords to financial accounts or to pay fees related to visa or other documents. If you see a job posting on a site that does not appear on www.graniteconstruction.com/careers or are asked for any of the personal information listed above, this is likely a fraudulent posting in order to commit identity theft or other forms of fraud. If you receive this type of suspicious email activity, please alert the FBI’s Internet Crimes Complaint Center: www.ic3.gov/default.aspx